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Cowan Railroad Museum Continues to Grow

The Cowan Railroad Museum represents the railroad that has been an integral part of the city since 1849 when construction began on boring a railroad tunnel through the mountain two miles southeast of town. The Cumberland Mountain Tunnel was finished in 1852 before the railroad actually made it to Cowan from Nashville. The town, the railroad and the tunnel still exist today. In support of that endeavor and later frequent trains through this region, a substantial frame depot was built in 1904, and that building is where the museum now houses its collection for your enjoyment.

Click on the “overview” and
“artifacts” buttons for more
detailed info. This is a wonderful little museum nestled
at the foot of the Cumberland Mountains that warrants your visit.
You will truly be amazed at what you will find in Cowan.
Check this website often for new additions and a whole slew
of up-coming events.

Visitor information

The Museum is open from May through October, Thursday through Saturday 10 AM ‘till 4 PM, and Sundays 1-4 PM. Groups of 10 or more, please schedule visits in advance by leaving a message at (931) 967-3078.

Admission is $2 per adult; $1 for children under 12 (with an adult),and $5 per family. Museum members are always free, as are Active Miltary and their families.

Volunteers, new members and donations are always welcome.
The museum is recognized as the second official railroad museum
by the State of Tennessee, but sustains itself by gifts,
dues and contributions. If you would like to help, just
call the museum, or send an email to Mark Ledbetter
to discuss however you might like to participate.

PLEASE NOTE - CRM DOES NOT OFFER ANY TRAIN RIDES.
For the nearest train rides, see Links